Chain with double clasp

ABSTRACT

The claimed invention provides a new, stylish and useful way of layering necklace jewelry so as to avoid tangles between necklaces and to reduce the complication of untangling tangled necklaces.

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The invention relates to chains for jewelry. More specifically, theinvention relates to an improved jewelry chain with double clasps.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Individuals frequently wear multiple jewelry items at once. It isparticularly fashionable to wear multiple chains or necklaces at thesame time. Unfortunately, when chains or necklaces are worn at the sametime, they frequently become tangled, which can be unsightly.Additionally, tangled necklaces changes can be very inconvenient tountangle. What is needed is a way to reduce the likelihood that thechains become tangled when worn and to improve the ease with which theycan be untangled.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The invention provides a unique chain with a clasp at each end, theclasp being specially adapted to attach to another chain or necklace.According to the invention, the second chain or necklace will then drapelower on the wearer to avoid entanglement with the other chain.Additional embodiments may include the use of two or even more chains inaddition to the chain that is around the wearer's neck Additionally, ifthe two or more chains become entangled, it will be easier to untanglethe chains by simply unclasping the chains and removing them from themain chain.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 shows an overall elevational view of the chain with double claspwith several magnified views.

FIG. 1A shows a magnified view of one clasp used in connection with thechain with double clasp.

FIG. 1B shows a magnified view of one type of chain used in connectionwith the chain with double clasp.

FIG. 1C shows another view of the type of chain used in connection withthe chain with double clasp shown in FIG. 1B.

FIG. 1D shows a magnified view of a clasp used in connection with thechain with double clasp.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

Now referring to FIG. 1, wherein like reference numerals refer to likeelements, FIG. 1 shows a jewelry chain 1. The inventive jewelry chain 11is comprised of a jewelry chain 1. Jewelry chain 11 is further comprisedof chain extensions 3 fixed at one or preferably both ends of thejewelry chain 1. Chain extensions 3 can be of a similar chain pattern orcan be different from jewelry chain 1. Chain extensions 3 can also be ofvariable length. At the other end of each chain extension 3 is a clasp5. Clasp 5 is adapted to be attached to either another chain (not shown)or the clasp 5 at the other end of jewelry chain. Chain extensions 3typically feature at least one slightly larger attachment chain link 7.Attachment chain link 7 is designed to accommodate the clasp of anothernecklace 9. Necklace 9 also comprises a clasp 5 on each end. Clasps areused to attach to attachment chain loop 7 of chain extension 3. Thusnecklace 9 sits below necklace 1 creating a fashionable layered look,but avoiding or reducing the potential for tangled necklaces and makingthe process of untangling the necklaces easier and more convenient.

In application, the dual clasp necklace comprises a main necklacesection having a first end and a second end; at first necklace extensionsection, the first necklace extension section being attached to thefirst end of the main necklace section and comprising a first attachmentlink and a second end comprising a clasp; a second necklace extensionsection, the second necklace extension section being attached to thesecond end of the main necklace section and comprising a secondattachment link and a second end comprising a clasp; and a secondnecklace, the second necklace having a first end comprising a clasp thatis removably attachable to the attachment chain link in the firstnecklace extension and a second end comprising a clasp that is removablyattachable to the attachment chain link in the second necklaceextension. This second necklace generally drapes lower than the firstnecklace, providing a stylish addition to the main necklace.

While the invention has been described with reference to specificembodiments, the description is illustrative of the invention and is notto be construed as limiting. Various modifications and applications ofthe invention may occur to those with skill in the art without departingfrom the spirit and scope of the invention.

What is claimed is:
 1. A dual clasp necklace comprising: a main necklacesection having a first end and a second end; at first necklace extensionsection, the first necklace extension section being attached to thefirst end of the main necklace section and a second end comprising aclasp; a second necklace extension section, the second necklaceextension section being attached to the second end of the main necklacesection and a second end comprising a clasp.
 2. The dual clasp necklaceof claim 1 wherein each of the necklace extension sections comprises anattachment chain link.
 3. The dual clasp necklace of claim 2 wherein theattachment chain link is larger than other chain links.
 4. The dualclasp necklace of claim 1 further comprising a second necklace, thesecond necklace having a first end comprising a clasp that is removablyattachable to the first necklace extension and a second end comprising aclasp that is removably attachable to the second necklace extension. 5.The dual clasp necklace of claim 1 further comprising a second necklace,the second necklace having a first end comprising a clasp that isremovably attachable to the attachment chain link in the first necklaceextension and a second end comprising a clasp that is removablyattachable to the attachment chain link in the second necklaceextension.
 6. The dual clasp necklace of claim 1 wherein the mainnecklace comprises at least one attachment chain link situated close thefirst end of the main necklace section and a second attachment chainlink situated close the second end of the main necklace section.
 7. Adual clasp necklace comprising: a main necklace section having a firstend and a second end; at first necklace extension section, the firstnecklace extension section being attached to the first end of the mainnecklace section and comprising a first attachment link and a second endcomprising a clasp; a second necklace extension section, the secondnecklace extension section being attached to the second end of the mainnecklace section and comprising a second attachment link and a secondend comprising a clasp; and a second necklace, the second necklacehaving a first end comprising a clasp that is removably attachable tothe attachment chain link in the first necklace extension and a secondend comprising a clasp that is removably attachable to the attachmentchain link in the second necklace extension.
 8. The dual clasp necklaceof claim 7 wherein the attachment chain link is larger than other chainlinks.